Anna, Head of language school
Our mission is to deliver a truly personalized learning experience, making the path to mastering German as simple, flexible, and accessible as possible. Traditionally, the best way to learn has been with a dedicated private teacher — but this came at a cost affordable to only a few. We have changed that.
We empower every learner to confidently advance to the next language level, succeed in their exams, and earn their certification — ensuring that no one is left behind. Every student is unique, and we provide dedicated support to those who need it most.
We are committed to creating a learning environment that adapts seamlessly to the busy lives of adults. With no commuting, no fixed class times, and maximum flexibility, learning German becomes significantly more convenient. By reducing both the time and cost of learning, we make German education not only more effective but also more affordable and sustainable for everyone.
Our vision is to redefine personalized learning and make high-quality German instruction accessible to all. By bridging the gap between traditional teaching and cutting-edge technology, we combine the guidance of dedicated teachers with the power of AI. Our adaptive platform tailors each learner’s journey, while innovative AI role-play features make practicing German interactive, realistic, and enjoyable.
Together, human support and intelligent technology create a learning experience that is engaging, effective, and transformative. With this approach, we are setting new standards in language education and striving to become the world’s most chosen German course.
We continually enhance the learning experience of our German courses by combining learner feedback with the latest technological advancements. We are committed to creating ever more engaging, effective, and personalized pathways to mastering German.
We are developing innovative AI-powered role-play features that make practicing German interactive, realistic, and enjoyable. By uniting cutting-edge technology with human-centered design, we seek to set new standards in language education and ensure that learning German becomes an empowering and transformative experience for everyone.
Our ultimate ambition is to become the world’s most chosen German language program — and we are well on our way to achieving this goal.
Head of Language School
As a certified TELC, Goethe, and Fide examiner with over 10 years of teaching experience in Zurich and Vienna, and fluent in four languages — German, English, Spanish, and Greek — I know the power of language to change lives. I founded this platform to make high-quality German instruction accessible, flexible, and affordable — so that no learner is left behind.
Tech Lead & Head of Growth
I’m responsible for the front- and backend of our web application, making sure our AI-powered platform runs seamlessly. With my expertise in gamification, I focus on turning learning into a fun, engaging, and motivating experience — so that every step toward mastering German feels enjoyable.
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The German Academy Zurich was founded in Zurich by Anna Pastrikos and Felix Zeeb. Anna, drawing on her extensive teaching experience in Vienna and Zurich, built the educational program, while Felix laid the technological foundations. Together, they set out to make German learning more flexible, accessible, and personalized.
In 2022, the German Academy Zurich expanded its impact beyond Switzerland, welcoming more than 100 students from all continents. Learners from the USA, India, China, the UK, Australia, South Africa, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Europe, and many other countries joined our programs. This global reach confirmed the worldwide demand for flexible, high-quality German learning and reinforced our mission to support learners everywhere.
A year of celebration: numerous students passed their official exams and reached new German levels. Positive learner feedback validated the platform’s unique mix of flexibility, structure, and support. The German Academy Zurich also expanded its faculty, welcoming its first teacher alongside Anna.
With three more teachers joining the team, the German Academy Zurich grew to a faculty of five teachers. Building on learner feedback, the founders also launched a learning community, giving students a supportive space to connect, collaborate, and stay motivated.
The German Academy Zurich implemented the newest AI-powered education technology, enhancing personalization and interactivity. Hundreds of new students joined, marking a new chapter of growth and confirming the Academy as a leading destination for learning German online.
In 2024, inspired by the feedback of our learners, we launched our own German learning community on Skool. It’s a space where students can connect, share experiences, ask questions, and support each other on their journey to mastering German. Together, learning becomes more motivating, collaborative, and fun.
Furthermore we post daily German content on our social media and are always happy to interact with you there.
Thank you for learning with us, for your positive reviews and feedback and for recommending our courses to so many of your friends and colleagues. Without you, our growth as a Language school would not have been possible.
We are very happy to have the opportunity to work with such talented and nice teachers. Thank you to all our teachers for your work, your enthusiasm and your infinite patience.
Please fill out our non-binding inquiry form. We will inform you about the upcoming language courses that suit your need.
Our goal is to redefine personalized learning and make learning German with a private teacher affordable for everyone. The best way to learn is with a dedictaed private teacher, but this is very expensive and the high cost could only be afforded by a small percentage of learners.
Our vision is to bridge the gap between traditional instruction and cutting-edge learning, offering dedicated private teachers alongside a personalized AI platform. We leverage the power of AI to create an adaptive, customized path for each student, while ensuring continuous support and guidance from a dedicated private teacher. Together, we unlock your language potential and propel you towards fluency with unmatched efficiency and effectiveness.
The German Academy Zurich has been founded as a start-up by Anna Pastrikos and Felix Zeeb in Zurich in 2020.
A wealth of instructional know-how and a passion for digital learning have brought Anna from teaching in various language- and private schools in Vienna and Zurich to starting her own language learning academy. She is responsible for the educational program of the German Academy Zurich.
While teaching at various language schools in Zurich, Anna realized that many expats prefer the flexibility and personalized learning experience that a digital learning environment offers. Fueled by years of teaching experience and a love for digital innovation, Anna and Felix laid the foundation for The German Academy Zurich.
In 2022 Anna and Felix embarked on a journey as digital nomads. They saw how different environments, motivations, and learning styles shaped the way people engaged with languages. This global tapestry of learning informed their innovative approach, blending the best of traditional teaching methods with the flexibility and engagement of digital tools.
The result? A thriving platform that empowers learners to immerse themselves in the German language on their own terms. The comprehensive curriculum, meticulously crafted by Anna, ensures structured learning and clear progress. Felix’s technological expertise shines through in the user-friendly interface, engaging exercises, and gamified elements that make learning fun and rewarding.
2023 was a great year for the German Academy Zurich with numerous students celebrating their achievements and passing their official exam. The flexibility of our digital platform empowers students to learn on their own terms, balancing busy schedules with their German learning. This tailored approach resonated deeply with our learners. We are very proud of the positive feedback and our successful students.
The German Academy Zurich has expanded its faculty, welcoming its first teacher who joins Anna in teaching our students.
2024 marked another year of growth. We hired three additional teachers, so now Anna and four teachers are teaching our students.
2025 we improved our courses further by implementing the newest AI education technology and welcoming hundreds of new students.
We have developed a digital training program that is customized for expats who want to learn German and pass the A1 telc or Goethe exam in Switzerland. The course combines the personal teaching of a private teacher, an AI assistant who is trained to answer all your grammar and vocabulary questions 24/7, digital exercises and test exams on our learning platform.
You can find all the information regarding the A1 German course by clicking the button below.
